by Gerald E. Anderson and Robert S. Frost

ALL FOR STRINGS BOOK 1

Book 1 provides a well-rounded course of study for all beginning string students. It begins with "Starting by Rote" and "Starting by Note" approaches to music reading. Photos, diagrams, and logos integrated throughout the book reinforce all new concepts introduced. Carefully selected and composed technical materials and musical selections provides excellent opportunities for learning and growth. Rhythm exercises and theory games are also provided as well as duets, trios, and ensembles. Other unique features include: Instrument positions Bow grips Rhythm Theory Technique Major Scales Duets / Trios / Rounds Shifting for string bass Instrument care and maintenance Glossary Detailed photographs and diagrams Special score supplements: Teaching tips Counting systems Selecting instruments for students Recruiting tips Bibliography 78VN Violin   78SB String Bass 78VA Viola   78PA Piano Accomp. 78CO Cello   78F Score & Manual Parts: $4.95 Score: $14.95

ALL FOR STRINGS BOOK 2

Book 2 devotes many exercises and musical selections to the development of many major and minor left hand finger patterns for all string players as well as shifting for cellists and bassists. More bowing styles are introduced and more advanced rhythm patterns are incorporated, as well. As in Book 1, a great variety of solos, duets, trios, and ensembles are included — perfect for performance! Other unique features include: Bowing styles Rhythm Theory Technique (inc. double stops) Shifting for cello and string bass Major / minor / chromatic scales Etudes Solos / Ensembles Vibrato strengthening exercises Detailed photographs / diagrams Special score supplements: Detailed classroom tuning procedures Daily Record Guide for teaching dynamics Mid-year motivation articles Vibrato guidelines Biographical sketches 79VN Violin   79SB String Bass 79VA Viola   79PA Piano Accomp. 79CO Cello   79F Score & Manual Parts: $4.95 Score: $14.95

ALL FOR STRINGS BOOK 3

Book 3 is an innovative method book that focuses on left-hand shifting and upper position work for each instrument, and includes step-by-step shifting instructions for both students and teacher. Intonation builders, vibrato exercises, harmonic studies, syncopation trainers, spiccato etudes, and a variety of new rhythm exercises are included to round out this comprehensive approach. Other unique features include: Classroom tuning/intonation exercises Vibrato exercises Shifting for all instruments featuring 4 types of shifting techniques Rhythm Theory Technique Duets / Rounds Detailed diagrams Major / minor / chromatic scales Bowing styles (inc. spiccato) Dynamic / Tempo glossary Special core supplements: Shifting / Position reference chart Detailed shifting instructions for all instruments Vibrato instruction guide Biographical sketches Bibliography 80VN Violin   80SB String Bass 80VA Viola   80PA Piano Accomp. 80CO Cello   80F Score & Manual Parts: $4.95 Score: $17.95

CONDUCTOR'S SCORE

The detailed Conductor's Score of All For Strings goes beyond the basics to give you ideas for helping your pupils over trouble spots, tips on recruiting, equipment, instrument selection, and maintenance. The format for the complete score contains music for all instruments. Many musical exercises are enhanced with references to additional bowing and rhythmic variations. Also featured is a bibliography of recommended resource material as well as a glossary of basic musical terms and notation.

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